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bibliosquire's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
This was very enjoyable, but the writing style just didn’t really do it for me
This was very enjoyable, but the writing style just didn’t really do it for me
annakak's review against another edition
2.0
After I read The Accidental Highwayman I began to fear that Brandon Sanderson might not have very good taste in books; after I read The Kingdom of Liars, I was convinced that he doesn't.
(Still writes excellent ones, though.)
(Still writes excellent ones, though.)
susani_'s review against another edition
5.0
Still minded blown that this book isn’t talked about on booktube, goodreads or other book loving platforms.
5 stars
5 stars
questsandcrimes's review against another edition
4.0
Michael Kingman and his siblings are branded traitors because their father murdered the king’s son. Ten years have passed since their father was executed, but Michael can’t let it go. He thinks his father was innocent and embarks on a journey to prove it. In Hollow, the price for using magic is your memories and the kingdom is in the grips of a rebel conflict. Michael must navigate through the conflict and world of high nobles to prove himself and his father’s legacy.
Wow. For a fantasy debut this book is amazing. I found myself lost in the world building. The magic system is so interesting, I wished there was more magic use in the story. I will say that although I enjoyed the world, there are certain terms and ideas that could have used more fleshing out. Such as the drug of choice in the city, blackberries. This concept was touched on, but that’s about it.
I loved how Martell wove together the story lines for all of the characters. I did find myself wishing for more action at times, but the characters were so engaging that I didn’t want to let the story go. I do look forward to exploring more of the various cultures described in the book.
I can’t wait to see where this series goes. I have dabbled in adult high fantasy, but it’s generally not my first choice. If you’re looking for a new fantasy author, Nick Martell is surely a great choice.
Thank you to Bookishfirst and Saga Press for my review copy.
Wow. For a fantasy debut this book is amazing. I found myself lost in the world building. The magic system is so interesting, I wished there was more magic use in the story. I will say that although I enjoyed the world, there are certain terms and ideas that could have used more fleshing out. Such as the drug of choice in the city, blackberries. This concept was touched on, but that’s about it.
I loved how Martell wove together the story lines for all of the characters. I did find myself wishing for more action at times, but the characters were so engaging that I didn’t want to let the story go. I do look forward to exploring more of the various cultures described in the book.
I can’t wait to see where this series goes. I have dabbled in adult high fantasy, but it’s generally not my first choice. If you’re looking for a new fantasy author, Nick Martell is surely a great choice.
Thank you to Bookishfirst and Saga Press for my review copy.
booksofaim's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
kendylthomas's review against another edition
3.0
I throughly enjoyed this. It's not a favorite, but I definitely didn't mind it. I thought the story and the concept of the book was pretty cool. I would totally pick up the next book.
raygainford's review against another edition
2.0
DNF. After spending far too long slogging through this book, hoping it would pick up and get better, I finally decided to cut my losses.
A lot more world building is needed here. So many elements are introduced and then not address again for a long, long time. So many times I was left thinking “oh shit did I miss an explanation somewhere?”, but no, the reader is intentionally left wondering about the significance of various terms, groups, magic systems etc.
I get that it’s a trilogy and things are probably expanded on a lot more in the sequels, but there’s a big lack of foundation here to go off!
A lot more world building is needed here. So many elements are introduced and then not address again for a long, long time. So many times I was left thinking “oh shit did I miss an explanation somewhere?”, but no, the reader is intentionally left wondering about the significance of various terms, groups, magic systems etc.
I get that it’s a trilogy and things are probably expanded on a lot more in the sequels, but there’s a big lack of foundation here to go off!
susani_'s review
5.0
Still minded blown that this book isn’t talked about on booktube, goodreads or other book loving platforms.
5 stars
5 stars
ryan_reads_fantasy's review against another edition
4.0
This was an entertaining debut from a new author, the plot and the introduction were interesting but slowed down a little in the middle of the book to set up a lot of plot advancement and fill in holes in the history and backstory that led to this series of events in the book. All coming together for a great ending to the book. I can’t wait to read the sequel!
shaxx's review against another edition
3.0
Kdyby někdo knihu použil jako alkoholovou zábavu, kdy pokaždé, když padne slovo legacy, by se musel vypít jeden panák, na konci knihy by byli účastníci vskutku veselí a v náladě :)